One person who will be happy to have him back though will be John Terry. Here’s why…

1. Luiz has his back

When Chelsea refused to offer John Terry a new contract last season, Luiz sided with his former team-mate rather than the club.

‘John is probably Chelsea’s greatest ever player, the club need to show him some more respect,’ Luiz said at the time.

‘That is not how you treat a player who has given you so much and been a big part of so much success.

‘I am confused why John hasn’t been offered a new contract. He is still the best central defender at the club and one of the best in England, there should be no question about him being offered another a year.

‘I really don’t know what to say, the whole situation has confused me. I think it’s obvious to everybody he deserves an extension.’

The duo together in 2012 (Getty)

2. The respect is mutual

Terry once claimed that he thought Luiz has what it takes to succeed him as Chelsea captain. After a particularly impressive performance from Luiz in 2013, JT was asked if the Brazilian was skipper material.

‘I think so,’ he said.

‘He has the personality of a leader. He pushes the lads. He is like that in training, demanding a lot from himself and the other players around him. It’s good for the squad.’

Competing together (Getty)

3. The duo formed a formidable partnership

In Luiz’s first full season he helped Chelsea to their greatest ever triumph, their 2012 Champions League victory.

In Luiz’s final season at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea conceded just 27 league goals, the best record in the division.